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Airbnb in Paris: License, Income & Investment Guide 2026

By HostPal Editorial·Updated 351 days ago·Source: Inside Airbnb + Government registry

Paris Airbnb market: 42% occupancy (+25.6pts YoY), ~$143.64 ADR. Regulation: Paris caps primary residences at 120 nights/year (90 from 2026 under the Le Meur law). Non-primary residences require a

At a glance
Median occupancy
42%
+25.6 pts YoY
Median daily rate
$143.64
-13.6% YoY
Active listings
45,137
85,370 total
Revenue per available night
$39.1

Year-over-year performance

Compared to the closest snapshot from approximately 12 months ago, the Paris short-term rental market has shifted in measurable ways. Occupancy among active listings is up 25.6 points, while the median daily rate is down 13.6 percent.

Paris — occupancy over time 16% 1y ago 2024-08 42% Now 2025-08

When Paris Airbnbs perform best

Monthly occupancy data shows the seasonal rhythm of the Paris short-term rental market. Use this to plan dynamic pricing, target peak demand, and avoid lulls.

Paris — monthly occupancy 58% 60% 61% 60% 68% 70% 71% 68% 70% 65% 61% 61% JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec 100% 0%

How Paris compares to France

Benchmarked against 3 other France markets we track, Paris's metrics tell a clear story.

Occupancy vs national
+6 pts vs national
National median: 36%
Daily rate vs national
+72.6% vs national
National median: $83.2

License & regulation

Risk: highLicense requiredRegistration required120-night annual cap

Paris caps primary residences at 120 nights/year (90 from 2026 under the Le Meur law). Non-primary residences require a change-of-use authorisation plus compensation (typically buying commercial-use square metreage in the same arrondissement). All listings must display the mairie registration number.

Worst case
Le Meur law tightens the cap to 90 nights and lets municipalities go lower. Fines €100K+ per listing for non-compliance.

Source: https://www.service-public.fr/particuliers/vosdroits/F2049

What kind of Airbnbs are in Paris?

Of the 45,137 active operating listings, 90.7% are entire homes (vs private rooms), and 34.5% are operated by Airbnb Superhosts.

Bedroom mix among active listings
Studio
1 BR
2 BR
Studio: 10.2%1 BR: 62.2%2 BR: 19%3 BR: 6.5%4+ BR: 2.1%

Top neighborhoods in Paris

The 20 neighborhoods we track range from established tourist hotspots to emerging investment zones. Here are the five strongest by revenue.

NeighborhoodListingsOccupancyRevPARYoY
Louvre1,23042%$74.52+22.3 pts YoY
Élysée1,56842%$65.66+25.6 pts YoY
Bourse2,03342%$61.88+20.6 pts YoY
Hôtel-de-Ville1,68442%$60.16+22.3 pts YoY
Temple2,36442%$58.54+23.9 pts YoY

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a license to run an Airbnb in Paris?
Yes, Paris requires a license or permit to operate a short-term rental.
How many nights can I rent my Airbnb in Paris?
Paris caps short-term rentals at 120 nights per year for entire homes.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy in Paris?
Active Airbnb listings in Paris run at ~42% occupancy (up 25.6 points year over year). Source: Inside Airbnb.
What is the median daily rate for an Airbnb in Paris?
The median Airbnb daily rate (ADR) in Paris is approximately $143.64, down 13.6% year over year. Based on listings with at least one review in the last 12 months.
How many active Airbnb listings are in Paris?
There are approximately 45,137 active short-term rental listings in Paris (listings with at least one booking in the last 12 months).
Is Airbnb income growing or shrinking in Paris?
Compared to a year ago, Paris short-term rental performance has shifted: occupancy +25.6 pts, daily rate -13.6%. Underlying data comes from the latest Inside Airbnb snapshot vs the closest archive ~12 months prior.

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Methodology. Market metrics are derived from Inside Airbnb's 2025-08 snapshot, filtered to active listings (those with at least one booking in the last 12 months). Year-over-year deltas compare against the closest archived snapshot ~12 months prior. Sample sizes: occupancy n=23,404, ADR n=37,234.